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Kent is really at the heart of the northwestern Connecticut/Litchfield County region. Close to the Trinity
Pawling School, Salisbury, Warren, Washington, the Appalachian Trail, Lake Waramaug and Lime Rock State Park, Kent is your
gateway to adventure. During your stay at our Bed & Breakfast, please feel free to take advantage of the many recreational
activities available in the greater Kent, Connecticut area. Rent a canoe or kayak, go skiing at Mohawk Mountain, visit
Lime Rock Park in Lakeville, or just take a walk and admire the fall foliage. Fine lodging awaits you at our historic colonial Bed and
Breakfast when your adventure is complete. Below are just some of the diverse recreational opportunities for the adventurous.

For local activities and celebrations, please visit our LOCAL EVENTS page to view all of your options.

TO EAT

A stay at a fine Bed & Breakfast should be an opportunity to sample fine cuisine at local restaurants.
Whether you leave the comfort of your lodging for fine dining or a farm stand, know that the luxury of our Bed and Breakfast awaits your return.

We hope that you will have an enjoyable outing at some of the excellent establishments we recommend below.

RESTAURANTS

ARETHUSA AL TAVOLO
828 Bantam Road, Bantam, CT
Phone: 860-567-0043. The small-plates trend is alive and well here, but there are also plates to share. Chef Dan Magill has created a repertoire of delectable choices, like the meltingly tender scallops with pieces of pork belly, and the delicate tempura squash blossoms. The wonderful wine and beer list (no mixed drinks) make perfect pairings. If you’re not in the mood to linger at a table, you can pull up a seat at the bar for wines by the glass, imported beer, and some thoughtful variations on a few classic comfort foods, such as a grilled cheese sandwich made with Arethusa cheese, heirloom tomatoes, smoked bacon, and béchamel sauce. Or a grilled hamburger with herbs, farmers cheese, homemade cumin-Sriracha mayonnaise, tomato jam, and pickled onions alongside a stack of hand-cut fries. It’s perfect for those who like to fit in a small dinner and a glass of wine either before or after heading over to Bantam Cinema to catch a flick. Open Thursday to Sunday, 5:30 to 9:30pm. Reservations required.

ARETHUSA FARM DAIRY CREAMERY
As soon as you enter the historic building that used to be the former Bantam firehouse, you are greeted by an array of comforting aromas from homemade waffle cones, gourmet cheeses, all natural milk, creamy yogurts and rich, freshly made ice cream. Arethusa’s farm-fresh products are made from milk produced by award-winning Holstein and Jersey cows. The creamery also offers seasonal products such as heavy cream, eggnog sold in old fashioned bottles, and a beguiling cranberry dark chocolate chunk ice cream and pumpkin swirl ice cream. 822 Bantam Road, Bantam, CT.
Phone: 860-361-6600. www.arethusafarmdairy.com

BRIDGEWATER VILLAGE STORE
27 Main St. South, Bridgewater, CT 06752 Phone: 860-354-2863
Hub of the Community built in 1899 overlooking the village green. Stocked with specialty coffees, cheeses and products. The original home of the famous Bridgewater Chocolates. You can find fresh baked goods or order from the deli – touting one of the best roasted turkey with cranberry and stuffing sandwich you have ever had outside your own kitchen! We make homemade soups and salads daily. Try our signature ice cream Maywood Maple Walnut made from our own Maywood Maple Syrup or pickup the Maywood Honey to go along with that special cup of tea. Mon-Fri. 6am-6pm; Sat. 7am-5pm; Sun. 7am-4pm.

CHAIWALLA TEA ROOM
Main Street, Salisbury, CT 06068
Phone: 860-435-9758. A charming tearoom, in a little clapboard house set back from the main street in Salisbury, is a haven for anyone who wants a home-style late breakfast, light lunch or casual afternoon tea in warm and restful surroundings. Try the amazing tomato pie and sweet dessert pies and lovely tea. Winter hours: 10 am to 6 pm Friday to Sunday (closed in March).

J.P. GIFFORDS CATERING AND EVENTS
12 North Main Street, Kent, CT
Phone 860-592-0200. This food emporium, founded in March 2010 by owners Mike Moriarty and James Neuzig, has a knowledgeable staff, dedicated to consistent and reliable customer service. Like an old world market in Paris or Rome, or a new world one in San Francisco or New York, you’ll find this a source of unique items, and a gathering place for friends.,. Monday to Saturday 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM, Sunday 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM. www.jpgifford.com, information@jpgifford.com

KINGSLEY TAVERN
14 N. Main St, Kent, CT 06757
Phone: 860-592-0261. A modern take on a New England Tavern with a fantastic Bar and reasonably priced good food. A must visit on any trip to Kent.

NUMBER NINE RESTAURANT
53 Main Street, Millerton, NY 12546
Phone: 518-592-5299. Fantastic is all I can say about this new and welcome continental restaurant. Across from the Movie house so it makes a great date night out. Tuesday – Sunday: 5:30 to 10:30 pm

SEREVAN
Middle Eastern Cuisine. The 18th Century name of a bird found on the Ile de France, it also conjures images of ancient Armenia — site of Lake Sevan…the historic capital, Yerevan… and home to Chef Serge Madikians’ ancestors. Blending cultures as deftly as he combines flavors, Serge invites you to savor the pleasures of Serevan Restaurant. From his rich imagination and multifarious background comes an exceptional cuisine, celebrating flavors and ingredients from the Middle-East and the Mediterranean traditions. www.serevan.com
Thursday through Monday for dinner
5 pm to 10 pm. Autumn Lane on Route 44, West of Route 22 Amenia, NY 12501. Phone: 845-373-9800, Fax: 845-373-9888.

THE MAYFLOWER DINING ROOM
I especially liked the fact that Executive Chef Timothy Au uses local organic produce and other regional products. In fact, vegetables, herbs, and lettuce are grown in the hotel’s own Rossiter greenhouse. The servers were knowledgeable about the special menu items, and combined the right amount of attention without being pretentious or overbearing. For more casual fare, try the Tap Room for a great bowl of soup, salad, or steak sandwich. It’s cozy, romantic, and less expensive than the main dining room. For those thinking healthy, a spa menu is offered both in the spa and dining rooms.
118 Woodbury Rd Washington, CT 06793 Phone: 860 868-9466

THE PANTRY
8 Titus Road, Washington, CT 06794
Titus Square. Phone: 860-868-0258
Celebrating 35 years as northwest Connecticut’s outpost for imported and domestic gourmet and specialty foods. Continental breakfast, luncheon, and afternoon tea are served at café tables surrounded by hand painted pottery, kitchenware, and culinary gifts. Picnic boxes, take-out foods, and exceptional catering are available. “Remarkably consistent throughout its long life – a tiny gem sparkling in the Litchfield Hills, a place where people gather.” Patricia Brooks, New York Times. Open Tues. – Sat. 10-6.

SWEET TOOTH?

KENT COFFEE & CHOCOLATE COMPANY
8 North Main Street, Kent, CT. 06757
Phone: 860- 927-1445. On July 4, 1991, chef Sandra Champlain opened the doors, “Some food combinations are so natural, like strawberries and cream or beer and barbecue, you hardly give them a second thought. Coffee and chocolate may not coalesce on the tongue as readily, yet in the care of the Kent Coffee & Chocolate Company, its a marriage that is likely to grow on you.” -New York Times.

LOCAL VINEYARDS

WHITE SILO WINERY is a small winery located in the Litchfield hills in the rural town of Sherman. The Wines: Raspberry, Blackberry, Rhubarb and Sour Cherry wines, both Dry and Semisweet, are produced and bottled at the winery from unsprayed fruit grown at the farm. On the terrace, overlooking the gardens, mountains and ponds, enjoy a glass of wine, or their specialty, Blackberry sangria, with homemade Connecticut farm cheese. Or indulge in a few chocolate truffles. Live a little. Tour the 1850’s barn, the silo, the art gallery, or just sit at the wine bar and enjoy the wine tasting.

HOPKINS VINEYARD is a family owned Connecticut Century Farm and one of the very few farms left in Connecticut that has been owned and operated by the same family for over 200 years. Visit Connecticut’s first winery-established wine bar. Located in the Hayloft of a 19th Century barn, the Wine Bar features a casual atmosphere of charming cafe tables with a stunning view of Lake Waramaug. Visitors can relax and enjoy award-winning wines either by the glass or bottle along with a delicious selection of cheeses and country pates served with fresh bread. Throughout the winery, Hopkins has a surprising variety of gift items and wine accessoiries as well as unique and hard- to-find gourmet foods.

THE CONNECTICUT WINE TRAILwww.ctwine.com
Fourteen vineyards are joined by the Connecticut Wine Trail. The trail is split into two sections that will take a day a piece. Discover some of Connecticut’s beautiful vineyards and fine wines. This Trail will also take you through some of Connecticut’s most scenic and historic towns – from Brookfield, steeped in New England charm, through scenic New Preston, and on to Litchfield, a historic village of great beauty.

FOR OTHER EVENTS SOURCES IN LITCHFIELD COUNTY AND THE NEIGHBORING AREA, VISIT THESE SITES: